Step 3: Neutralize. Create a thick paste out of baking soda and water. Apply to the spill to absorb it. Wait 1 or 2 minutes. Wipe up the mixture with paper towel and immediately put the soiled paper towel in the plastic bag. Apply another layer of the baking soda paste.
Causes of Bare Spots in the Lawn. Bare spots in your lawn can be the result of heavy foot traffic (causing soil compaction), drought, disease, chemical burn and weed or insect infestation. Before beginning repairs, you need to determine the source of your problem.
The best time to patch bare or thin spots is when the hot, dry days of summer have given way to cooler temps. 1  Follow these simple steps: 2  Remove any dead grass. 3  Break up the soil with a garden trowel. 4  Add an inch of compost and work it into the soil. 5  Add grass seed thatâs designed for shade or full sun, depending.